A Fishing Fool (Coastal Charter) 

5.0/5 (163 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Chef Menteur Highway 26204, New Orleans, LA 70129, United States

A Fishing Fool (Coastal Charter) 

Up to 9 miles
New Orleans, LA, United States
22 ft
6
5.0/5 (163 reviews)

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The beautiful waters off the coast of Louisiana are waiting to be explored, and A Fishing Fool Coastal Charter is here to make it happen! Join Captain Mike B, a third-generation charter captain, who's ready to take you to the fish. He'll show all the best spots in the area, as well as the best techniques to use to maximize your chances of reeling in big fish.

You'll head out on his 22' Shearwater bay boat, a safe and reliable vessel taking up to 6 anglers per trip. It's powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine, and it's here to take you to the best fishing grounds in Louisiana. There's a toilet on board for your convenience, as well as a wireless trolling motor so you can sneak up to those easily-spooked fish more easily.

Capt. Mike will take you out on the saltwater lakes out of New Orleans, where the views are beautiful and fish are abundant. There's a variety of species inhabiting these lakes, and you can expect to fill up the ice box with the likes of Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, as well as the beautiful Sheepshead.

Everything you need will be ready for you on board, including rods, reels, and tackle. You'll be fishing using a range of artificial lures provided by Capt. Mike. He's more than happy to carefully clean and fillet your catch at the end of the day, so you can expect to have a delicious meal upon your return home.

These are nice and calm waters, so a trip with Capt. Mike is a great way of spending some quality family time. If you'd like to take your kids on an adventure, feel free to do so. You'll some new memories together, and they'll never forget the fun they've had fishing. Drinks are available on board, but make sure to bring some food for your refreshment, as well as sunscreen.

Join A Fishing Fool Coastal Charter and explore the waters of Louisiana in a completely new way!

The beautiful waters off the coast of Louisiana are waiting to be explored, and A Fishing Fool Coastal Charter is here to make it happen! Join Captain Mike B, a third-generation charter captain, who's ready to take you to the fish. He'll show all the best spots in the area, as well as the best techniques to use to maximize your chances of reeling in big fish.

You'll head out on his 22' Shearwater bay boat, a safe and reliable vessel taking up to 6 anglers per trip. It's powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine, and it's here to take you to the best fishing grounds in Louisiana. There's a toilet on board for your convenience, as well as a wireless trolling motor so you can sneak up to those easily-spooked fish more easily.

Capt. Mike will take you out on the saltwater lakes out of New Orleans, where the views are beautiful and fish are abundant. There's a variety of species inhabiting these lakes, and you can expect to fill up the ice box with the likes of Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, as well as the beautiful Sheepshead.

Everything you need will be ready for you on board, including rods, reels, and tackle. You'll be fishing using a range of artificial lures provided by Capt. Mike. He's more than happy to carefully clean and fillet your catch at the end of the day, so you can expect to have a delicious meal upon your return home.

These are nice and calm waters, so a trip with Capt. Mike is a great way of spending some quality family time. If you'd like to take your kids on an adventure, feel free to do so. You'll some new memories together, and they'll never forget the fun they've had fishing. Drinks are available on board, but make sure to bring some food for your refreshment, as well as sunscreen.

Join A Fishing Fool Coastal Charter and explore the waters of Louisiana in a completely new way!

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Rating

5.0
163 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (238)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Karolina Shook
Karolina Shook
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2020
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Captain Mike is the FISH WHISPERER!
Evening Trips on April 11, 20266 adults
We had an absolutely phenomenal trip with Captain Mike! Our group of six booked a 4-hour afternoon charter, and it exceeded every expectation. Our group of anglers had mixed skill levels, ranging from expirenced to first timers, and Captain Mike made sure everyone felt comfortable and confident. The boat was spotless and spacious, the equipment was top-notch, and we fished with live bait, which made for an incredible experience. In less than three hours, we caught over 30 fish. Our haul included speckled trout, black drum, sheepshead, blue catfish, flounder, and even a few stingrays. Beyond the fishing, we had an amazing time out on the water with perfect weather and great energy all around. afterwards, Captain Mike filleted our catch, so we were able to take everything home and enjoy it afterward. I’ve been on several charters in different countries, and this trip was hands down my favorite. I can’t recommend this trip enough—whether you’re a seasoned angler or a complete beginner. If you’re even thinking about booking, don’t hesitate. Captain Mike is the real deal and will make sure you have an unforgettable time. I will be booking again when Red Drum is in season! Pro tip: bring some cutwater canned cocktails for the trip :)
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Sheepshead
Response from Captain
April 17, 2026
The Cutwater Crew 💯. I hope yall enjoy all those Speckled Trout. I look forward to putting you on some Redfish. It was a great trip. thanks for the review
John Neyhard
John Neyhard
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Captain Mike
Full Day Trip on February 16, 20263 adults2 children
We had a great time fishing with Captain Mike today! He took 5 of us out ranging in age from 68 down to a couple 7 year olds. Everyone had a great time and we caught plenty of fish! Captain Mike went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed for the kids to have a great time. This trip was a Christmas present for my nephew and he loved it so much he said he wants to skip the Mardi Gras parades next time they fly down and just go fishing. We enjoyed sharing stories and chatting with Captain Mike throughout the day and would definitely book another charter with him in the future. It was a great trip and he’s a great Captain I highly recommend!
Response from Captain
February 28, 2026
I can't wait to see how much your nephew will have grown in 3 years for our next fishing trip. and you can definitely tell your daughter goes fishing with daddy. great family outing. thanks for the review
Maelene Tacata
Maelene Tacata
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Best birthday fishing trip!
Half Day Trip on September 28, 20252 adults
We had an incredible fishing trip with Captain Mike! He made sure to ask what we wanted to catch, checked in on us the day before and tailored the whole trip for us. Captain Mike knew exactly where to take us and you can tell he really knows his stuff. We ended up catching plenty of fish, including a pretty big redfish which was the cherry on top of this whole day!! On top of that, Captain Mike went above and beyond by helping us arrange a ride back to New Orleans so we didn’t have to spend a fortune on an Uber. That kind of thoughtfulness meant a lot to us. This was easily one of the best fishing experiences we’ve ever had. We had a blast, caught a ton of fish, and felt taken care of the entire time. Next time we’re back in town, we’ll definitely be booking with Captain Mike again—we know he’ll do right by us!
Response from Captain
October 14, 2025
awwww, I wish i would have seen this earlier. yall are the best
Nicholas  Heavner
Nicholas Heavner
us
Lincolnton, NC, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Mike
Full Day Trip on August 23, 20256 adults
Captain Mile was amazing and a great guide. We all shared stories and laughed at jokes for the trip. There was never a dull moment. We were a group of 6 on a getaway trip, and had plenty of room on the boat. The boat was clean and orderly, Fishing was plentiful, everyone caught plenty of fish and upon return to the marina he wasted no time filleting up fish. Overall Captain Mike is definitely one of the best charter captains anywhere he makes it seem like you’re on a boat with an old friend just enjoying nature, fishing and good company. He seems eager to always catch fish and be friendly no matter what. If you are in New Orleans or Slidell, A Fishing Fool is the charter to take for some good fishing and company. 5/5 Stars
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
September 8, 2025
my brother, yall are welcome back anytime, hopefully yall can make this an annual trip at some point. i hope yall made it to Vision's 🤣
Jared Shipman
Jared Shipman
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2026
1
5.0
Verified
New
Last Minute Booking
Full Day Trip on May 27, 20264 adults1 child
Our original charter reservation was canceled by the another charter boat and Captain Mike took us right on because he had a last minute cancellation. He has a great company and did a fantastic job. We caught lots of fish and had a great time. Thank you Captain Mike!
Response from Captain
May 28, 2026
It was meant to be !!!! The universe put us together for this reason. You have a lovely family and thanks for the kind review sir.

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US $700
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US $800
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Rating

5.0
163 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (238)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Karolina Shook
Karolina Shook
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2020
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Captain Mike is the FISH WHISPERER!
Evening Trips on April 11, 20266 adults
We had an absolutely phenomenal trip with Captain Mike! Our group of six booked a 4-hour afternoon charter, and it exceeded every expectation. Our group of anglers had mixed skill levels, ranging from expirenced to first timers, and Captain Mike made sure everyone felt comfortable and confident. The boat was spotless and spacious, the equipment was top-notch, and we fished with live bait, which made for an incredible experience. In less than three hours, we caught over 30 fish. Our haul included speckled trout, black drum, sheepshead, blue catfish, flounder, and even a few stingrays. Beyond the fishing, we had an amazing time out on the water with perfect weather and great energy all around. afterwards, Captain Mike filleted our catch, so we were able to take everything home and enjoy it afterward. I’ve been on several charters in different countries, and this trip was hands down my favorite. I can’t recommend this trip enough—whether you’re a seasoned angler or a complete beginner. If you’re even thinking about booking, don’t hesitate. Captain Mike is the real deal and will make sure you have an unforgettable time. I will be booking again when Red Drum is in season! Pro tip: bring some cutwater canned cocktails for the trip :)
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Sheepshead
Response from Captain
April 17, 2026
The Cutwater Crew 💯. I hope yall enjoy all those Speckled Trout. I look forward to putting you on some Redfish. It was a great trip. thanks for the review
John Neyhard
John Neyhard
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Captain Mike
Full Day Trip on February 16, 20263 adults2 children
We had a great time fishing with Captain Mike today! He took 5 of us out ranging in age from 68 down to a couple 7 year olds. Everyone had a great time and we caught plenty of fish! Captain Mike went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed for the kids to have a great time. This trip was a Christmas present for my nephew and he loved it so much he said he wants to skip the Mardi Gras parades next time they fly down and just go fishing. We enjoyed sharing stories and chatting with Captain Mike throughout the day and would definitely book another charter with him in the future. It was a great trip and he’s a great Captain I highly recommend!
Response from Captain
February 28, 2026
I can't wait to see how much your nephew will have grown in 3 years for our next fishing trip. and you can definitely tell your daughter goes fishing with daddy. great family outing. thanks for the review
Maelene Tacata
Maelene Tacata
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Best birthday fishing trip!
Half Day Trip on September 28, 20252 adults
We had an incredible fishing trip with Captain Mike! He made sure to ask what we wanted to catch, checked in on us the day before and tailored the whole trip for us. Captain Mike knew exactly where to take us and you can tell he really knows his stuff. We ended up catching plenty of fish, including a pretty big redfish which was the cherry on top of this whole day!! On top of that, Captain Mike went above and beyond by helping us arrange a ride back to New Orleans so we didn’t have to spend a fortune on an Uber. That kind of thoughtfulness meant a lot to us. This was easily one of the best fishing experiences we’ve ever had. We had a blast, caught a ton of fish, and felt taken care of the entire time. Next time we’re back in town, we’ll definitely be booking with Captain Mike again—we know he’ll do right by us!
Response from Captain
October 14, 2025
awwww, I wish i would have seen this earlier. yall are the best
Nicholas  Heavner
Nicholas Heavner
us
Lincolnton, NC, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Mike
Full Day Trip on August 23, 20256 adults
Captain Mile was amazing and a great guide. We all shared stories and laughed at jokes for the trip. There was never a dull moment. We were a group of 6 on a getaway trip, and had plenty of room on the boat. The boat was clean and orderly, Fishing was plentiful, everyone caught plenty of fish and upon return to the marina he wasted no time filleting up fish. Overall Captain Mike is definitely one of the best charter captains anywhere he makes it seem like you’re on a boat with an old friend just enjoying nature, fishing and good company. He seems eager to always catch fish and be friendly no matter what. If you are in New Orleans or Slidell, A Fishing Fool is the charter to take for some good fishing and company. 5/5 Stars
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
September 8, 2025
my brother, yall are welcome back anytime, hopefully yall can make this an annual trip at some point. i hope yall made it to Vision's 🤣
Jared Shipman
Jared Shipman
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2026
1
5.0
Verified
New
Last Minute Booking
Full Day Trip on May 27, 20264 adults1 child
Our original charter reservation was canceled by the another charter boat and Captain Mike took us right on because he had a last minute cancellation. He has a great company and did a fantastic job. We caught lots of fish and had a great time. Thank you Captain Mike!
Response from Captain
May 28, 2026
It was meant to be !!!! The universe put us together for this reason. You have a lovely family and thanks for the kind review sir.

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Shearwater
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha 150
Powered by
1 x 150HP
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